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Robert challenges stereotypes in childcare

Robert’s experience highlights that career support starts in school - but it doesn’t end there.

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Murray’s apprenticeship journey with West Lothian College

West Lothian College offer Assisted Programmes courses to support students with additional support needs to reach their goals.

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Modern Apprentice Megan takes the lead on Net Zero

Modern Apprentice Megan Coupar is on a mission to play a key role in supporting her employer on their journey to Net Zero.  

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Modern Apprentice Hope shines a light on green energy

Switched-on Hope Ralston was inspired to apply for a Modern Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance (Electrical) after she studied manufacturing engineering at college.

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Booth Welsh apprentices zero in on greener future

Apprentices at Booth Welsh are helping to power changes that will allow the engineering technology firm to support Scotland’s transition to net zero. 

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RI Cruden apprentices fuel Highlands renewables drive

Apprentices are pivotal to a renewable technologies business achieving its goal of turning the Highlands into Scotland’s green energy hub.  

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Modern Apprentice Callum flies the flag for a net zero future

High-flying engineering Modern Apprentice Callum Gaw’s job with aero manufacturing firm Spirit Aerosystems has sparked a passion for sustainability and broadened his own horizons. 

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Apprentices go Forth and prosper with green ideas

Apprentices go Forth and prosper with green ideas

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McTaggart apprentices smash barriers while building homes

With 80 per cent of their apprentices supported to overcome barriers to employment a social housing provider is building bright futures for those who need a helping hand – and harnessing young talent.

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Record numbers of apprentices building brighter futures at BAE Systems

BAE Systems is revitalising its Clydeside workforce with a record number of apprenticeship programmes as it moves towards creating a ‘digital shipyard’.